Rick Pitino has successfully rebuilt the St. John's basketball program, leading to one of the best seasons in its history with 30 wins. The Red Storm made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2000 and secured their first conference tournament championship since 1985. Recognizing Pitino's efforts, he was named the Naismith Coach of the Year, marking his fourth national coaching accolade. His rapid transformation of the team in just two seasons has generated significant excitement among fans and the basketball community.
Pitino took just two seasons to transform St. John's into an NCAA Tournament contender, achieving a 30-win season and a conference tournament championship.
Under Pitino, St. John's finished with only four losses and reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament, the furthest since 2000.
Rick Pitino was honored as the Naismith Coach of the Year, marking his fourth national Coach of the Year distinction for the success this season.
The NCAA's men's March Madness account announced Pitino's award, highlighting his remarkable turnaround of the Red Storm program in a short time.
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